[Hiring] AI Technical Lead @Cognizant

Role Description

In this tech lead position, you will serve as both a strategic advisor and hands-on expert, guiding teams and clients through the adoption and integration of AI-driven solutions within the RGM software platform. You'll be expected to set technical direction, oversee best practices, and ensure successful project execution by leveraging your expertise in data science, analytics, and software engineering. Your leadership will be key in bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and real-world business challenges, driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Your mission is to uncover patterns in data using advanced AI techniques, transforming how clients derive value from their data assets. You will lead end-to-end analytics projects, from data extraction and wrangling to automation and deployment, while maintaining close feedback loops with the product team.

• Lead the full lifecycle of analytics projects—from data collection to solution delivery.
• Engage weekly with clients to discuss technical and functional aspects of the project.
• Collaborate with business experts and project managers to define daily tasks and priorities.
• Supervise the application of ML algorithms on client data and ensure data quality.
• Drive automation and industrialization of data processes.
• Provide feedback to the product team based on client usage.
• Coach and mentor junior team members.
• Maintain and support analytics solutions in business-as-usual scenarios.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in STEM fields.
• 10+ years of experience in Data Science and Analytics.
• Strong passion for AI, ML, and Operations Research.
• Deep understanding of AI algorithms and their practical applications.
• Proven experience in delivering end-to-end data science solutions using Python.
• RGM/TPM background is required.

Requirements

• Python Programming
• Libraries: pandas, numpy
• PLUS: matplotlib
• Programming Paradigms: object-oriented programming
• PLUS: functional programming
• Data Management: data wrangling (primary keys, grouping, filtering, joining)
• PLUS: remote storage (e.g., blob usage)
• Mathematics: solid foundation in machine learning basics
• Tools: VSCode (preferred for Azure integration), Jupyter Notebooks, Git (push, pull, fetch, merge)
• Cloud & Data
• Experience with cloud services for data storage, pipeline automation, and ML deployment.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Soft Skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in team supervision and mentoring.

Working arrangements

Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position – candidates can be based anywhere in USA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until 11/30/2025.

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Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.